Clinical Nurse Specialist - Out of Home Care (530081d)

Service Tasmania; Launceston; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare department in Tasmania is seeking Clinical Nurse Specialists to join the CYMHS Out of Home Care Team. The role involves providing clinical services to young people with mental health concerns through assessment, therapies, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team. Candidates should hold a postgraduate qualification in mental health nursing, with a commitment to a person-centred approach. Positions offer competitive salaries, relocation support, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Relocation assistance up to AUD 15,000

Professional development opportunities

Fitness Passport access

Qualifications

• Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
• Postgraduate mental health/psychiatric nursing qualification.
• Experience in child/adolescent/youth mental health preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical services through complex case management, assessment, and individual therapies.
• Collaborate with team leaders and consultant psychiatrists to develop new services.
• Lead and support a multidisciplinary team in delivering high-quality mental health services.

Skills

Complex case management

Assessment

Counselling

Therapy

Education

Postgraduate mental health/psychiatric nursing qualification

Registered Nurse

Tools

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

Family Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Job description

The Department of Health is seeking qualified Clinical Nurse Specialists for the CYMHS Out of Home Care Team (530081d) in the North of Tasmania.

Please note these positions are also advertised as Allied Health Professionals (530081) in the North and will be filled on merit.

Join our team and apply your skills, passion, and knowledge to make a positive difference in the lives of young people in North and Northwest Tasmania.

We are seeking Clinical Nurse Specialists with experience in complex case management, assessment, counselling, and/or therapy, preferably within mental health or a related sector. You will work within a well-supported, innovative, diverse multidisciplinary team to provide developmentally appropriate treatment to young people and their families.

Our Aim:

The Child and Youth Mental Health Service (CYMHS) in Tasmania is expanding! We seek passionate and dedicated Clinical Nurse Specialists to deliver clinical services to young people and their families experiencing mental health concerns. The roles are within new teams developed under the CYMHS reform program (Youth, Youth Forensic, Out of Home Care).

The Clinical Nurse Specialist will be committed to a person-centred approach and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.

The role will include:

• Being part of a dynamic, well-supported team committed to delivering high-quality mental health services to young people and their families/carers.
• Providing clinical services through complex case management, assessment, and individual therapies, including developing and implementing specialised treatment programs.
• Collaborating with team leaders and consultant psychiatrists to develop new youth mental health services in Tasmania.
• Leading and supporting a diverse group of clinicians within a collaborative multidisciplinary team, including offering support and consultation to team members as needed.
• Having training in evidence-based therapeutic interventions such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Family Therapy, or Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is highly regarded.

For more information about Tasmania, visit: Brand Tasmania | Tasmanian

Note: Please refer to the Statement of Duties and address all selection criteria in your application.

Three positions are available in the North:

• Based in Launceston CBD.
• The North of Tasmania offers natural beauty, including Cataract Gorge, waterfalls, bush walks, beaches, and mountain biking tracks.
• Launceston is an excellent place to raise children, with access to prestigious schools.
• Experience the beauty of Kanamaluka/Lutruwita.

Relocation support and international visa assistance may be available for successful applicants.

For more details, visit: Brand Tasmania | Tasmanian

Details of Appointment:

Three permanent full-time day positions, 76 hours per fortnight, starting as soon as possible.

• The selection process may be used to fill similar vacancies within twelve months of the posting date.

Salary: $106,570 to $112,440 per annum, plus 12% superannuation.

• Salary is aligned with the Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Agreement 2023.

Additional allowances may include:

• Post Graduate Allowance up to 10%, based on qualifications.

Salary Packaging:

Options available for benefits such as living expenses ($9,010), meal entertainment ($2,650), and other benefits if eligible.

Candidate Benefits:

• $15,000 staged over three years for nurses/midwives relocating from interstate or overseas, contingent on continued employment.
• Travel and relocation assistance up to $15,000 for overseas and $10,000 for interstate applicants.
• Professional development opportunities and career pathways.
• Various leave entitlements, including study leave and professional development support.
• Fitness Passport access for employees and families.

More about employee benefits: here

Eligibility:

Applicants must:

• Be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse and hold a postgraduate mental health/psychiatric nursing qualification, or equivalent registration.
• Have completed an appropriate allied health professional course and be registered or eligible for membership.
• Hold current Working with Children Registration.

*Registration/licences must remain current throughout employment. It is the employee’s responsibility to maintain and update their registration/licences and notify the employer of any changes.

Desirable criteria include:

• Postgraduate experience in CAMHS mental health.
• Minimum of 3 years postgraduate experience in child/adolescent/youth mental health.
• Current Driver’s Licence.

How to Apply:

Apply online by clicking the "Apply" button. Complete a 1-2 page application outlining your experience, skills, and knowledge related to the Statement of Duties.

*Applications from recruitment agencies are not accepted.*

Note: No separate statement addressing selection criteria is required. Attachments should be in Word or PDF format. Have two referees' contact details ready for submission.

Download relevant documents:

• Statement of Duties

Review the Applicant Guide, Statement of Duties, and other documents for more information.

For further inquiries, contact:

Name: Katie Knights

Position: Nurse Unit Manager - Team Leader CYMHS North

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Important:

Use the email address provided for correspondence. Keep your contact details updated via www.jobs.tas.gov.au.

The Department values diversity and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ community, and people with disabilities.